DMN Newswire--2007-4-12--Premier systems integration firm Advanced Broadcast Solutions (ABS) announces the hiring of two broadcast industry veterans to its rapidly expanding team. The new personnel add to the companys combined 250+ years of real-world experience, furthering its reputation for employing distinguished and respected leaders in the broadcast field. Kenneth M. Scott has been hired as the companys Director of Broadcast Engineering, and Gary Stratton will serve as a Business Development Sales Executive.

?Kens extensive knowledge and technical savvy make him a tremendous asset to ABS. Hell be instrumental in facilitating long term system design solutions for our clientele said Mark Siegel, president of ABS. ?Additionally, Gary brings a wealth of experience and a reputation for excellence to the table. Were confident in his ability to stimulate growth for the company. Our clients stand to benefit a great deal from these additions to our team.

Kenneth M. Scott joins ABS with more than 13 years of experience in live event broadcast engineering. Scott brings a broad technical background that includes providing system solutions that provide a strong return on investment. Scott has two SBE certifications. His background in cutting-edge HDTV equipment and close relationships with NHK Japan, FSNW, MIRA Mobile, ESPN, NMT, and various other broadcasting organizations, contribute to his in-depth technical expertise.

Scott offers unique insight into the future of broadcast and multimedia. His comprehensive computer science background includes serving as a beta-tester for Adobe Systems Production Studio and Daktronics. He was also a contributor to the Open Source community.

Digital media and AV industry veteran Gary Stratton brings a wealth of expertise to ABS. Mr. Stratton has represented some of the largest and most respected firms in the industry, such as Pacific Coast Visions, JVC, Avid and Digital Systems Technology. Stratton will focus on business development and offering ABS consulting and design services to houses of worship, government and educational facilities.

Advanced Broadcast Solutions has established a reputation as a company that provides its clients with both the resources and depth necessary to maintain project implementation on time and on budget. The company boasts a highly qualified team of consultants and design engineers whose professionalism and dedication to excellence translates into creative, practical and budget-friendly solutions.

ABS currently has 55 associates and full-time contractors in locations all over the country. The companys corporate headquarters are in Seattle, Washington. ABS boasts a technical staff with over a century of practical experience in television operations, automation, traffic implementation, multiple program stream management and signal distribution by fiber, microwave and satellite.

About ABS:

Advanced Broadcast Solutions is the premiere resource for personalized broadcast services such as consulting, project budgeting, workflow analysis, feasibility studies, project management, system and architectural design and engineering, equipment specifying, procurement and installation, maintenance support and training. They provide system integration expertise and experience that is unparalleled in the industry.